CALL Interactive Multimedia Content for Teaching and Learning

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The purpose behind to write this blog to know many grammar and vocabulary components of English language. This is the for purpose of self learning by using various of tools. 



CALL

Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) is defined as "the search for and study of applications of the computer in

language teaching and learning." (Levy, 1997: 1)


Purpose-made materials for language learning are included in CALL. Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) studies the role and the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in second/foreign language learning and teaching.

CALL stands for Computer Assisted Language Learning. Learning Processes and activities that employ computers in the teaching and learning of a new language. 

 It includes a wide range of activities spanning materials and courseware development, pedagogical practice and research. Mark Warschauer in his article titled 'Computer Assisted Language Learning: an Introduction' talks about Three Phases of CALL.

 1} BEHEVIOURISTIC CALL
2} COMMUNICATIVE CALL
3} INTEGRATIVE CALL

Advantages

 CALL… 
• Can be used in one place (computer lab) 
• Offers more information on the screen
 • Easier to ensure that students are all covering the same material, since it is easier to see if the students have gotten off- task

MALL

Nowadays, as it is said that everything is available on our  fingertip and Mobile plays a a vital role in supporting many kinds of learning, including language learning. As observed by David Crystal, through social media and the texting language is good for English language learners as it helps in practicing English or any other language skills on a regular basis. 

Advantages

 MALL… 
• Allows students the freedom to move
• Allows students to move at different speeds 
• Can gather information from different locations and send it to a central location (e.g. scavenger hunt)

MALL is a subset of both Mobile Learning (m-learning) and computer-assisted language learning (CALL). MALL has evolved to support students’ language learning with the increased use of mobile technologies such as mobile phones (cellphones), MP3 and MP4 players, PDAs and devices such as the iPhone or iPad. With MALL, students are able to access language learning materials and to communicate with their teachers  at any time, anywhere.

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